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Are OEM Subaru Brake Pads Better Than Aftermarket?

Learn About The Pros And Cons Of OEM Versus Aftermarket Brake Pads - And Why OEM Is Almost Always The Better Choice.

How To Diagnose A Failing Brake Pad

Learn About Common Brake Issues And Failure Points, And How You Can Identify And Diagnose A Failing Brake Pad In Your Subaru.

Common Brake Pad Problems

One Of The Most Important Consumables On Your Vehicle Are The Brake Pads. Learn What Problems To Watch For When Your Brake Pads Need Replacing.

Why A Quality Replacement Brake Pad Is Important

This Article Will Help You Decide Which Subaru Brake Materials And Designs Are Best For Your Vehicle And Driving Habits.

Subaru Adventuring: The Outback vs The Forester

This Article Will Compare Two Adventure-Focused Models In Subaru's Lineup The Outback And The Forester.

Pet Car Safety: What’s The Best Way To Travel With Your Pet?

Learn About What Safety Factors You Should Consider Before Traveling With Your Pet.

The Ultimate Subaru Camping Guide

A Subaru Is The Perfect Vehicle For An Outdoor Lifestyle – This Camping Guide Will Help You Get The Most Out Of Your Subaru Out In The Wild.

Subaru Headlight Buyer's Guide

A Failing Or Broken Headlight Is A Safety Hazard – Which Means You Need To Replace A Broken One ASAP. This Guide Has All The Info You Need.

How To Replace A Headlight In A Subaru Impreza

Replacing A Headlight Is A Job You Can Easily Do At Home. In This Post We'll Show You How To Replace A Headlight In A Subaru Impreza.

Are OEM Headlights Better Than Aftermarket?

Your Headlights Need To Provide Excellent Illumination While Offering Dependable Quality At A Reasonable Price. Learn Why Only OEM Parts Fit The Bill.

Common Subaru Headlight Problems

A Burned-Out Headlight Is A Hassle And A Safety Concern. Learn More About Common Subaru Headlight Problems And How To Address Them.

Subaru Oxygen Sensor Buyer's Guide

This Guide Covers Everything You Need To Know About Oxygen Sensors, How To Pick A Replacement, And How To Replace It.

How To Replace A Subaru WRX Oxygen Sensor

If Your Subaru WRX’s Check Engine Light Has Been Triggered Due To A Faulty Oxygen Sensor, This Post Will Walk You Through How To Replace It.

Are OEM O2 Sensors Better Than Aftermarket?

Learn Why An OEM Replacement Oxygen Sensor Is Best For Your Subaru, And Where To Find Subaru O2 Sensors At Wholesale Prices.

How To Tell If An Oxygen Sensor Is Failing

It's Usually Easy To Identify When An Oxygen Sensor Is Going Bad. Learn What To Watch For Here.

What Is An Oxygen Sensor And Why Is It Important?

Oxygen Sensors Are A Critical Component Of The Fuel And Emissions Systems On Your Vehicle. Learn More About The Job They Do Here.

Subaru Gas Cap Buyer's Guide

This Buyer’s Guide Covers All The Important Information You Need To Know About Subaru Fuel Caps.

Are All Gas Caps The Same?

It's Important To Get A High-Quality Correctly Fitted Replacement Gas Cap For Your Car – And That’s Why OEM Is The Best Option.

How To Tell If Your Fuel Cap Is Failing

A Fuel Cap Can Fail For Several Different Reasons - Here’s What To Watch For If You Suspect Your Filler Cap May Need Replacing.

What Is A Fuel Cap And Why Is It Important?

Despite Its Simple Appearance And Function, Your Fuel Cap Is An Important Component Of Your Subaru's Fuel System. Read On To Find Out Why.

Subaru Wheel Buyer's Guide

Check Out This Buyer's Guide To Find The Answers To The Most Common Questions Subaru Owners Have About Wheels.

Should I Replace One Subaru OEM Wheel Or Buy A Set Of Aftermarket Wheels?

Does Your Subaru Have A Bad Wheel That Needs Replacing? You’ll Have To Decide Between OEM And Aftermarket - This Post Will Go Over The Pros And Cons Of Each Option.

Is It Cheaper To Repair Or Replace Wheels?

Fixing Your Dented, Scratched, Or Bent Wheels May Be Much Easier Than You Think. Learn About The Costs Of Replacing And Repairing Wheels.

6 Steps To Find A Leak In Your Wheel

When There's A Flat Tire, The Most Common Assumption Is That The Problem Is The Tire – But Sometimes The Wheel May Be The Culprit. Here’s How To Find Out The Root Of The Problem.

Need A New Fuel Cap On Your Subaru? Here's What To Do.

The Gas Cap Or Fuel Filler Cap, Covers And Seals The Opening To The Fuel Tank And Serves Several Important Purposes. Find Out What To Do If You Need To Replace Yours.

Subaru Windshield Wipers Buyer's Guide

Maintaining And Replacing Your Windshield Wipers Is An Important Part Of Your Regular Vehicle Maintenance. Learn More About Your Windshield Wipers Here.

Are OEM Windshield Wipers Better Than Aftermarket?

In Our Opinion, OEM Wipers Are Far Superior To Aftermarket Wipers – Here’s Why.

When To Replace Subaru Windshield Wipers

This Guide Will Help You Figure Out Whether Your Wiper Blades Are Failing, And If So, Which Part Needs Replacing.

Subaru Alloy Wheels Vs Steel Wheels

Learn All About The Pros And Cons Of Both Alloy And Steel Wheels – And Decide Which Is Best For Your Subaru.

Subaru Transmission Fluid Buyer's Guide

It’s Important To Know What Transmission Fluid Is And How To Maintain It. This Guide Has All The Info You Need.

What To Do About A Transmission Fluid Leak

If Your Subaru Has A Transmission Leak, You’ll Want To Address The Issue ASAP - Here’s How.

How To Do A Subaru Transmission Fluid Change

If You Believe That Your Transmission Fluid Needs Changing, It's Best To Do It ASAP. This Tutorial Will Help You Get The Job Done.

How To Check Subaru Transmission Fluid

It’s A Good Idea To Check Your Transmission Fluid Periodically To See If It’s Still In Good Shape. Here’s How To Get The Job Done.

What Is Transmission Fluid And Why Is It Important?

Transmission Fluid Is A Lesser Known Yet Very Important Fluid In Your Subaru. Learn More About It Here.

Subaru Bumper Cover Buyer's Guide

If You’re Looking For More Information About Your Subaru Bumper Cover, This Buyer’s Guide Is What You Need

Are OEM Subaru Bumper Covers Better Than Aftermarket?

OEM Bumper Covers Are Sometimes More Expensive Than Aftermarket Bumper Covers, But Are Always Worth It. Here’s Why.

How To Replace A Subaru Bumper Cover

A Bumper Cover Replacement Is A DIY Job With Several Benefits – Learn About Them Here.

What Are Bumper Covers And Why Are They Important?

A Bumper Cover Is A Piece Of Molded Plastic That's Affixed Over The Front And Rear Bumper. Learn All About Them Here.

Subaru Side Mirror Buyer's Guide

This Buyer’s Guide Has All The Information You Need About Repairing And Replacing A Subaru Side Mirror.

How To Replace A Subaru Side Mirror

Have A Broken Subaru Side Mirror? This Post Will Show You How To Replace The Side Mirror Assembly On Your Subaru.

Can I Just Replace My Side Mirror Glass?

This Article Will Help You Determine If Replacing The Glass Alone Will Take Care Your Broken Subaru Side Mirror.

Typical Subaru Side Mirror Replacement Costs

Need To Replace Your Side Mirror And Want To Save Some Money In The Process? This Tutorial Can Walk You Through The Process Of Doing The Job Yourself.

10 Cool Outback Mods For Under $500

Discover Some Inexpensive Mods That Can Upgrade The Appearance And Performance Of Your Subaru Outback - All For Under $500.

Must-Have Maintenance Parts For Your Forester

Plan On Doing Your Forester Maintenance At Home? Be Sure You Have These Parts On Hand.

Must-Have Maintenance Parts For Your Legacy

Check Out Our List Of Must-Have Maintenance Parts For Your Subaru Legacy

Subaru Side Mirror Cover Repair Options

A Broken Side Mirror Cover Can No Longer Protect The Mirror Assembly And Needs To Be Replaced - Here Are Your Replacement Options.

How To Make Sure Your Body Shop Only Uses OEM Subaru Parts

It’s Always Better To Use OEM Replacement Auto Body Parts - Here’s Why.

Must-Have Maintenance Parts For Your Impreza

Regular Maintenance Is A Fact Of Life For Any Car Owner. Be Sure You Have These Parts On Hand For Your Subaru.

5 Impreza Grille Replacement Tips

Thinking Of Upgrading To A Sports Grill On Your Impreza? Here Are Some Tips To Make The Job Easier.

Must-Have Maintenance Parts For Your Outback

Maintaining Your Outback Yourself Instead Of Bringing It To A Shop Can Save You Loads Of Money. Learn More About The Parts You Need For DIY Subaru Jobs.

Subaru Ball Joint Buyer's Guide

If You’re Looking To Learn More About Ball Joints, You Came To The Right Place. This Guide Has All The Information You Need.

Are OEM Ball Joints Better Than Aftermarket?

Trying To Decide Between OEM And Aftermarket Ball Joints? Which One Offers The Most Value For Your Money? This Guide Will Help You Answer These Questions.

How To Replace A Subaru Ball Joint

You Can Replace Your Subaru's Ball Joint Right At Home - We'll Show You How.

How To Diagnose A Failing Ball Joint

Learn How To Diagnose A Bad Ball Joint Before It Fails And Damages Your Suspension System.

What Is A Ball Joint And Why Is It Important?

Ball Joints May Be Small, Simple Parts But They’re A Crucial Part Of Your Subaru’s Suspension System – Learn More Here.

RVs That A Subaru Outback Can Pull

If You’re Wondering What Kind Of RV An Outback Can Tow, You Came To The Right Place. Find Out Here.

Subaru Bushings Buyer's Guide

It’s Important To Know What Bushings Are And How To Maintain Them – This Guide Will Help.

How To Replace Bushings On Your Subaru

Is It Time For New Arm Bushings On Your Subaru? We’ll Show You How To Replace Them Right In Your Garage.

Are OEM Subaru Bushings Better Than Aftermarket?

If You Want To Get The Most Value For Your Money, OEM Parts Are The Way To Go. Learn Why EOM Bushing Are Better Here.

How To Tell If A Bushing Is Failing

Have A Hunch That Your Subaru Has Bad Bushings? This Guide Will Help You Confirm It.

What Are Bushings And Why Are They Important?

Do Your Subie Suspension Bushings Need Replacing? Here’s All The Info You Need About Bushings And What They Do.

Subaru Hub Assembly Buyer's Guide

If Have Questions About The Wheel Hub Assembly On Your Subaru, This Guide Is For You.

How To Replace A Hub Assembly

It’s Dangerous To Drive With A Failing Hub Assembly. Learn How To Replace Your Subaru Hub Assembly Here.

Are OEM Hub Assemblies Better Than Aftermarket Hub Assemblies?

OEM Wheel Hub Assemblies Are The Much Better And Safer Option Than Aftermarket Hubs. Learn Why Here.

How To Tell If A Subaru Hub Assembly Is Failing

Have A Hunch That You’re Driving With A Bad Wheel Hub? This Guide Will Help You Diagnose The Issue Right Away.

What Is A Hub Assembly Why Is It Important?

Subaru Splash Shield Buyer's Guide

How To Replace A Splash Shield

Are OEM Splash Shields Better Than Aftermarket Splash Shields?

How To Tell If A Subaru Splash Shield Is Failing

What Is A Splash Shield Why Is It Important?

Subaru Oil Filter Buyer's Guide

Are OEM Subaru Oil Filters Better Than Aftermarket?

When To Replace A Subaru Oil Filter

What Is An Oil Filter And Why Is It Important?

Subaru Engine Air Filter Buyer's Guide

If you’re a Subaru owner who’s looking for more information about engine air filters, this buyer’s guide is just what you need.

Are OEM Subaru Air Filters Better Than Aftermarket?

How do aftermarket air filters stack up against OEM ones? This guide will help you answer that question.

When To Replace A Subaru Engine Air Filter

It's important to change your engine air filter on a regular basis. Here's how to know when it's time.

What You Need to Know About Engine Air Filters

The engine air filter is a simple part that plays an important role in your engine's health. Learn more about it here.

Subaru Brake Rotors Buyer's Guide

It's a good idea to know a thing or two about the rotors on your Subaru. This buyer's guide covers all the basics.

How To Replace Subaru Brake Rotors

You can replace your rotors right at home with the right tools and this tutorial.

OEM Vs. Aftermarket Subaru Rotors: Which Type is the Better Investment?

Do aftermarket rotors deliver more value than OEM rotors? Find out which will offer more bang for your buck here.

How to See if Your Subaru's Rotors Need to be Replaced Yet

Learn to watch for the symptoms of a bad rotor and what to look for when inspecting your rotors.

What Are Brake Rotors And Why Are They Important?

Find out more about what brake rotors are, why they’re important, and how to identify a worn or damaged rotor.

Subaru Door Handle Buyer's Guide

This buyer’s guide has all the information you deed to diagnose, repair or replace a failing Subaru door handle.

Which Type of Subaru Door Handle Should You Buy: OEM or Aftermarket?

Having trouble deciding between an OEM or aftermarket replacement door handle? This comparison guide will help you decide.

How To Replace A Subaru Door Handle

Need to replace an exterior door handle on your Subaru? Here are the basics on how to remove an old handle and install a new one.

Should I Repair or Replace My Subaru's Door Handle?

The door handle is one of the most frequently used parts on your Subaru. If yours is faulty, you'll need to decide whether to repair or replace it.

The Ultimate Guide to Subaru Spark Plugs

Every internal combustion engine has spark plugs. Here's your chance to learn more about what they are and how to replace them yourself.

The Ultimate Subaru Spark Plug Replacement Tutorial

Whether you’re replacing your Subaru spark plugs as routine maintenance or because of a bad plug, this is the guide for you.

Is That Subaru A Wagon Or An SUV?

Station wagon and SUV designs have evolved to be very similar at first glance. Can you tell which of these Subaru models are actually wagons?

Subaru Spark Plugs: OEM Vs. Aftermarket

Aftermarket spark plugs are typically cheaper, but are you getting the best value for your dollar? Not really, here's why.

How to Diagnose a Fouled Spark Plug in Your Subaru

Find out how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a bad spark plug in your Subaru.

What is a Spark Plug and How Does it Work?

Your spark plus provide the spark that’s needed to start the engine. Find out more about how they do their job and why they're important.

What Every Subaru Owner Needs to Know About Crossmembers

This guide contains all you need to know about your Subaru crossmember and how it supports the engine and/or transmission.

How to Replace a Subaru Legacy Crossmember

Your crossmember supports the engine and transmission and reinforces the chassis. A bent crossmember is a big deal, and should be replaced immediately - here's how.

3 Reasons to Install an OEM Crossmember Instead of an Aftermarket Part

The crossmember is an important structural component of your Subaru and should you need to replace it, only an OEM part will do. Here's why.

How to Find Out if One of Your Crossmembers Needs to be Replaced

Do you suspect that your Subaru crossmember is bent or broken? Find out how to thoroughly inspect the crossmembers on your Subaru.

Subaru Outback vs. Buick Regal TourX

Buick recently introduced their own AWD wagon, the Regal TourX. See how it stacks up against the Subaru Outback.

All About Subaru Ignition Coils

This buyer’s guide will teach you everything you need to know about Subaru ignition coils, diagnosing a bad one, and replacing it.

How to Replace a Subaru Forester Ignition Coil

Need to replace your Subaru Forester ignition coil? This tutorial is for you.

How to Diagnose Subaru Ignition Coil Problems

If you have a bad ignition coil your engine will lack power and perform poorly. Here are the other symptoms you should look for.

What Is An Ignition Coil and Why Is It Important?

The ignition coils creates the high voltage needed by the spark plugs to make a spark. Learn more about the ignition coil and how it works.

Everything You Need to Know About Subaru Power Steering Pumps

This guide covers everything you need to know about a Subaru power steering pump and how to replace one if needed.

How to Replace a Subaru Legacy Power Steering Pump

Once you confirm that you’ve got a failing power steering pump, you need to replace it right away. Here's how.

How to Diagnose a Failing Power Steering Pump

When your steering starts to feel odd, chances are your power steering pump is going bad. Here's how to know for sure.

Power Steering Terminology You Need to Know

If you're tackling a power steering issue it’s important to know all the terminology. Here's a handy list of the components in your Subaru’s power steering system.

What Is a Power Steering Pump and Why Is it Important?

The power steering pump provides the hydraulic power for the power steering system. Learn why it's important that it work properly in your Subaru.

Ultimate Subaru Steering Knuckle Buyer's Guide – All You Need to Know

Find out what a steering knuckle is, how to confirm that your steering knuckle is going bad, and what to do about it.

How to Replace Your Subaru's Steering Knuckle in Under 2 Hours

Does your Subaru have a bad steering knuckle? Here's how to replace it yourself at home.

Are OEM Steering Knuckles Better Than Aftermarket?

OEM Subaru steering knuckles are far superior to aftermarket steering knuckles - here's why.

How to Diagnose a Failing Steering Knuckle

Like all moving car parts, a steering knuckle can fail. Here's how to diagnose the problem in your Subaru.

What is a Steering Knuckle and Why is it Important?

So what exactly is a steering knuckle and what does it do for your Subaru? Let's find out.

What You Need to Know About Excessive Oil Consumption in Subaru Vehicles

Some Subaru vehicles built after 2011 have been known to consume more oil than usual. Here's what you need to know to address the issue.

See How Much Love Subaru Gets On America's 3rd Biggest Social Network

Not all car brands get the same amount of love on Instagram - Subarus get a lot more mentions than most. Here's just how much we heart our Subies.

Can A Forester Tow That?

The Subaru Forester is one of the most popular crossovers on the market, and if you’re looking to buy one, it's good to know what it’s capable of towing.

7 Hilarious Barkley Family Commercials All Dog Lovers Will Enjoy

Catch up with the Subaru-loving Barkley Family and their remarkably relatable shenanigans!

8 Essential Subaru Accessories for Your Next Adventure

Gearing up for your next Subaru adventure? Check out this list of must-have OEM Subaru accessories you don't want to be without!

Turn Your Halloween Pumpkin Into a 2018 Subaru WRX STI

While everyone on the block is carving the same ol’ pumpkins, show your Subie love with this awesome Subaru carving pattern!

This Internet-Famous Impreza Race Car is Finally For Sale!

Check out an Impreza racer that has what it takes to out-drift everyone else!

This is Why Your Subaru is Overheating

If you Have a Subaru Impreza, Legacy, or Outback in the 1999-2004 range you may be having issues with overheating. Here's the fix.

Can an Outback Tow That?

The Subaru Outback is stronger than it looks. Need proof? Check out this towing action!

5 of the Craziest Subaru WRX Body Kits You’ll Ever See

Installing an aggressive body kit on your WRX is a thing of beauty, and these 5 Subarus are proof.

The Forester Is Popular In Alaska - Are You Surprised?

The Subaru Forester is twice as popular in Alaska as anywhere else in the US - here's why.

The 4 Coolest Off-Road Ready Subarus We've Ever Seen

Move over, Toyotas and Wranglers - the Subarus are coming! Here are 4 of the coolest off-road Subarus around.